Executive Assistant (Onsite)

Purple is a digitally-native vertical brand with a mission to help people feel and live better through innovative comfort solutions. To us, comfort means more than great products, it means empowering every employee to feel comfortable being themselves. We believe your career at Purple will be a one-of-a-kind "Career in Comfort" because our workforce is one-of-a-kind. We are committed to a culture of collaboration where every voice is heard and understood. As an innovation company at our core, we believe a diversity workforce brings better insights, solutions and products and serves as the backbone to bettering our company. Join with us as we add to our team of exceptional individuals who will help us take over the world - one mattress at a time.

Compensation
The compensation target for this role is: $89,300 - $105,000

Job Summary
Purple is looking for a seasoned Executive Assistant. This person will provide executive, administrative, and development support to C-level Executives, and supplemental support to the Board of Directors. The Executive Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies on all matters pertaining to the C-level Executives they support. They will also serve as a liaison to senior management teams; organize and coordinate executive outreach and external relations efforts; and oversee special projects.

Job Description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists the C-level Executives with daily administrative duties and completes a broad variety of administrative tasks that include managing an active calendar of appointments; completing expense reports; composing and preparing correspondence; arranging complex and detailed travel plans, itineraries and agendas and compiling documents for meetings.

• Communicates with the general staff on the C-level Executives behalf and coordinates logistics with high-level meetings both internally and externally. Coordinates meetings and strategic activities with the SLT, and senior management teams.

• Drafts reports, prepares and coordinates oral and written communication.

• Manages ad hoc projects from scoping through delivery, coordinating across teams as needed.

• Supports C-level Executives in his/her external commitments, including service on external boards, committees and other groups.

• Takes minutes and action items for weekly Executive team meetings.

• Orders supplies and snacks for the Executive Team.

Required Skills, Education, Experience:

• Ability to use judgement and discretion in many situations over significant discussion points relevant to the success of the business.

• At least 7+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting C-suite Execs.

• Impeccable written and verbal communication.

• Extensive experience working with senior executives.

• Ability to work effectively and positively under pressure with frequent interruptions.

• Well organized and proactive problem solver who can work independently while interacting well with others.

• A good humored and amicable person who cares about their work and wants to make a difference.

Physical Requirements


Physical activities may occasionally include:

• Remaining in stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods of time.

• Adjusting or moving objects up to 15 pounds in all directions.

Physical activities may constantly include:

• Communicating with others to exchange information.

• Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

• Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of work assigned.

Environmental Conditions may occasionally include:

• Noisy open office environment

BENEFITS AND PERKS

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) Match
• Flexible PTO
• Earn a Mattress
• Purple Swag
• Amazing Purple Products

WHY WORK AT PURPLE?

• Make your mark: We value innovative thinking. At Purple, you will be empowered to bring your ideas to life as we work together to improve people's lives through comfort.
• Gain unique experience: Be a part of one of the fastest growing companies in Utah! The contributions you make will matter at Purple as the company continues to grow with you.
• Awesome culture: Join the tight-knit team at Purple and you can enjoy working alongside industry experts, making close friends, and annual employee appreciation events.

Purple provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.


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